1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 490 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Sigma | Volare |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |