1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1828 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Mirada | Sharan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2919 mm |