1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mirada | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |