1970 Toyota 2000GT vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota 2000GT | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2000GT | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
