2006 Opel Signum vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 629 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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 (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Sera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
