1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 103 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Mirada | GTX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |