1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 672 kg more than 1983 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 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gran Torino | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
