2009 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 567 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
