1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 212 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mirada | 230 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
