1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1981 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Mirada | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 3149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3580 mm |
