1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. Both 1981 Dodge Mirada and 1969 Dodge Dart are equipped with a 5,210 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Mirada | Dart |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |