2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Titan | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
