1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2000 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Luce | Signum |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |