1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seven | Raider |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 83 L |
