1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 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, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 176 kg more than 1995 Rover 800.
Because 1981 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Mirada | 800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
