1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sigma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
