1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Sigma | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3610 mm |
