1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 930 | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 930 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
