1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Monteverdi |
Model | Mirada | 400 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |