1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 14 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Mirada | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |