1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 16 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sigma | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
