1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 15 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 630 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlina | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
