1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1205 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 E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Sigma | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
