2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 486 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 930 (351 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Diamante | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
