2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 795 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
