1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 853 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Sigma | Kyron |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |