1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Conquest | Sigma |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |