2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tahoe | Sigma |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |