2006 Opel Signum vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. Both 2006 Opel Signum and 1996 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Spider 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 1996 Renault Spider. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1996 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
