1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 1995 Ford Contour is newer by 15 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 17 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 458 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour. 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, 1995 Ford Contour, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 1995 Ford Contour | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | Contour |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |