1989 Lada 2104 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 845 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2104 | Raider |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3340 mm |