1985 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sigma | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |