1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 9 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 580 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
