1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 25. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Mirada | 25 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
