2005 Opel Signum vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Renault Safrane. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
