1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 17 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mirada | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
