2004 Opel Signum vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
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 Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 304 kg more than 1981 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Signum | Cressida |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |