1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Mirada | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3710 mm |
