1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 442 kg more than 2007 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sigma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
