1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1375 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
