2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
