1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
