1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 208 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Sigma | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3250 mm |