1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 806 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Ace | Mirada |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |