1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 13 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) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 582 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Mirada | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
