2007 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
