1969 Porsche 912 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 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 121 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 885 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912. 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) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 912 | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 912 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
