1984 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lotus |
| Model | Sigma | Evora |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2576 mm |
