2007 Opel Signum vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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, 2007 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
