1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Signum |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2958 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
