1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 23 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Mirada | Spyder |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |