2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 343 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 140 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Volvo 343. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Raider | 343 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
