1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.

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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Dodge Mirada 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Dodge Lamborghini
Model Mirada Urraco
Year Released 1981 1974
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5210 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 145 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.4 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 53 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2460 mm


 

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