1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 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 30 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
