1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 24 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Mirada | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
