1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 8 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Dodge | De Tomaso |
Model | Mirada | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |