1998 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 12 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 266 kg more than 2010 Nissan Livina.
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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Signum | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Signum | Livina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |