1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 394 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sigma | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
