1984 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Land Rover |
Model | Sigma | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2891 mm |