1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 606 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Mirada | Highlander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |