2005 Opel Signum vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Signum | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
