1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 324 kg more than 1993 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Sigma | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
