2004 Opel Signum vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. 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 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Signum | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
