1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 31 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | E-350 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3505 mm |