1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 660 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 928 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
