1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Mirada | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |