1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mirada | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
