2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1678 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 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Sigma |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |