1965 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 909 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Mirada |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |