1989 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. Both 1989 Hyundai Sonata and 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma are equipped with a 2,972 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Hyundai Sonata | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sonata | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
