2001 Opel Signum vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 710 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Signum | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
