1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 555 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Dodge | Pagani |
Model | Mirada | Huayra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 740 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2795 mm |