2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 788 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
