1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 9 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Mirada | Integra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
