1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Mirada | Ram |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 119.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3580 mm |