2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
