2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1243 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
