2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 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 163 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 637 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Raider | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
