1986 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 394 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 626 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
