1988 Lada 2107 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1988 Lada 2107 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2107 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2107 | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2107 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
