1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Mirada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
