1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Mirada | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |