2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 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 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Raider | 965 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
