1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 685 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Lancer | 928 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |