1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 6 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 76 kg more than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Mirada | Actyon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |