2012 Lexus LS vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2520 mm |
