1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 111 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 556 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sigma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
