2003 Opel Signum vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Signum | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
