1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 417 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Mirada | Defender |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3230 mm |