1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 498 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mirada | 190 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |