1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Lancer | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |