1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma

To start off, both 1984 Ford Sierra and 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.

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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ford Sierra 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Sierra Sigma
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2304 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2520 mm


 

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