2008 Opel Signum vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Vivio 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 106 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 963 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Signum | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Signum | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
