1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 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), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | Expedition |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3330 mm |