1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider

To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.

Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Corvette Raider
Year Released 1987 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 242 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5590 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 83 L