1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 224 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sigma | Toronado |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |