2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cruze | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
