1989 Honda Legend vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Sigma |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |