1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 398 kg more than 1986 Toyota Model F. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Mirada | Model F |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |