1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 126 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Lancer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
