1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 32 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Mirada | G37 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |