2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 5 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Dion | 968 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
