1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 21 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 50 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
