1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 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 31 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 61 kg more than 1991 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera 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, 1991 Opel Frontera 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Mirada | Frontera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |