1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 94 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 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Mirada | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |
