1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mirada | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
