1971 Mazda 1000 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 1000 | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1000 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3340 mm |
