1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 31 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, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Mirada | TT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2469 mm |
