1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 43 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Mirada | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |