1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Space Wagon | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
