1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon 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, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 97 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Mirada | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |
