1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 9 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 7 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 185 kg more 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Mirada | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |