1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 322 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Mirada | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
