1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1968 Lamborghini 400

To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Dodge Mirada 1968 Lamborghini 400
Make Dodge Lamborghini
Model Mirada 400
Year Released 1980 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5210 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 146 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2560 mm


 

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