1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
