1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
