1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Mirada | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |
