1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 146 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Mirada | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
