1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 768 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.
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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Mirada | Armada |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3129 mm |