1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 613 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Mirada | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
