1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 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 17 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |
