1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 426 kg more than 1992 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
