1985 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 911 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 911 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
