2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1974 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1974 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tatra |
| Model | Raider | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
