1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 4 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1981 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Mirada | LM |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |