1978 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Raider |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
