1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
