1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
