2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 21 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), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 574 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJR | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
