2003 Opel Signum vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. Both 2003 Opel Signum and 1992 Pontiac Sunbird are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 493 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Signum | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
