1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 301 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Mirada | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
