2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 1978 Mazda 626. 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Raider | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
