1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper, 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Dodge | Mini |
Model | Mirada | Cooper |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |