1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 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 27 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460. 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 Volvo 460, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Mirada | 460 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
