2003 Opel Signum vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Signum | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
