2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Raider | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2290 mm |
