1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Defender | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
