1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude 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 4 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
