1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 573 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Sigma | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
