2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 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 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Transit Connect | Sigma |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |