1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Mirada | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3200 mm |
