2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Titan | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 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 | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
