2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 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 192 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1974 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1974 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Raider | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2260 mm |
