1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
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 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mirada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
