1999 Audi S8 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S8 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
