1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
