2006 Opel Signum vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 60 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 596 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
