2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 355 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 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:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
