1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 196 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mirada | S |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |