1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 550 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.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Sigma |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |