2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 189 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sequoia | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
