1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 30 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
