1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Mirada | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
