1980 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Raider |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
