1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 24 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Escape |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
