1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 28 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Gremlin | Sigma |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |