1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Luce | Signum |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
