1985 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
