1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 2004 Honda CR-V.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Mirada | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
