1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 109 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3340 mm |
