1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 33 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1086 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Mirada | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2947 mm |
