1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 504 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
