1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 455 kg more than 1994 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, 1999 Opel Signum (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
