1972 Buick GS vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Raider |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
