1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 628 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3340 mm |
