2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 145 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 879 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Raider | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2490 mm |
