1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Sigma | Armada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
