1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Mirada | LS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2980 mm |