2004 Opel Signum vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
