1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 580 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Mirada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
