1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3510 mm |
