2007 Infiniti M vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
