1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Sapporo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
