1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Sigma |
Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |