1995 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. Both 1995 Ford Escort and 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
