2006 Opel Signum vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Signum | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Signum | Santana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |