1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 22 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Argento Viva | Raider |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
