1981 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Sigma | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
