1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 100 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 486 kg more than 1982 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sigma | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
