1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Mirada | H1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3310 mm |
