1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 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. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
