1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. 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 1974 Buick Riviera. 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Raider |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
