1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Lancia Delta.
Because 1979 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Mirada | Delta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
