1984 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 660 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sigma | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
