1977 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
