1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 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 42 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (104 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 584 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Mirada | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |