1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Jeep | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2451 mm |