1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1060 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 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Range Rover | Sigma |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |