1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 254 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sigma | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
