2004 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
