1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1999 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 20 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 98 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 990 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today 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, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Dodge Mirada 1999 Honda Today
Make Dodge Honda
Model Mirada Today
Year Released 1979 1999
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5209 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 145 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1400 mm


 

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