2004 Opel Signum vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Signum (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
