1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Lancer | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |