1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka 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 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 564 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. 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, 2005 Ford Ka, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Ka |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
