1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega 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. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Opel Omega.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Mirada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
