2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Raider | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2170 mm |