1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 5 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 568 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Mirada | 208 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |