1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
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 Seat Alhambra, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Mirada | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |