2008 Opel Signum vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 798 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Signum | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
