1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | Mustang |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 105.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |