1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mirada | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
