1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 231 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sigma | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
