1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
