2004 Honda Element vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 404 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.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
