1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Escape |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
