1997 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Colt 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 271 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Colt | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |