1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sigma | Primera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
