1983 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1983 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sigma | 88 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |