1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 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 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 84 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 1981 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Mirada | 807 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
