1983 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Sigma | 66 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
