1987 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma

To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.

Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Electra 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Electra Sigma
Year Released 1987 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 139 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2730 mm


 

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