1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 19 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 73 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sigma | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
