2005 Opel Signum vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 593 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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, 2005 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
