1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
