1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 785 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Mirada | Phantom |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 721 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 6090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3580 mm |