1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 6 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 85 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Mirada | Vanette |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2080 mm |