1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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 (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sigma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
