1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 625 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
