1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Because 1980 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Mirada | Vue |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
