1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 875 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Mirada | Mark LT |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 105.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3520 mm |