1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1441 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Sigma | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |