1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 968 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
