1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 11 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 90 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sigma | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
