2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Raider | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |
