1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Subaru Leone is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada 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 78 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 878 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone, 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Mirada | Leone |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |