1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 930 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
