2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Raider | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
