1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 360 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sigma | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
