1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.

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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Dodge Mirada 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Dodge Lamborghini
Model Mirada Urraco
Year Released 1980 1973
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5210 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 146 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2460 mm


 

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