1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 206 kg more than 2004 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | Mustang |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |