1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 574 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Mirada | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3140 mm |
