1969 Honda S800 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S800 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |
