2001 Opel Signum vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 528 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Signum | 100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
