1977 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
