1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
