1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 14 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 98 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 990 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today 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, 1995 Honda Today 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Mirada | Today |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |