1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 680 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.
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 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
