1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Delta. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Mirada | Delta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |