1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
