1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 820 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
