1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 18 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 740 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Mirada | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| 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 | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
