1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mirada | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
