2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 505. 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 (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Raider | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2910 mm |
