2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada 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 69 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Raider | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
