1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 13 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 56 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. 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, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Mirada | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
