1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Mirada | Mariner |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |