2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 610 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.
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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
