2006 Opel Signum vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
