1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Mirada | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
