2003 Opel Signum vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 460 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
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, 2003 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 1990 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
