1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa 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. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
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, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Mirada | Versa |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |