2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 221 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
