1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaro | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
