1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 960 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caprice | Sigma |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |