1972 Honda Life vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Raider |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3340 mm |
