1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 821 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | DKW | Dodge |
Model | Coupe | Mirada |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |