1981 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 775 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sigma | Antara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
