2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Raider | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
