1980 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Estate | Raider |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |