1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mirada | SLK |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2431 mm |