1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Mirada | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
