2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1184 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-150 | Sigma |
Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2520 mm |