2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
