1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 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, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Rover 600.
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 Rover 600, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Mirada | 600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |