1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 2 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 241 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sigma | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
