1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
