2002 Opel Signum vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 446 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
