1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3340 mm |
