1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1979 Peugeot 305
To start off, both 1979 Dodge Mirada and 1979 Peugeot 305 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 81 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 305. 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, 1979 Peugeot 305, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 1979 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Mirada | 305 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |