1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 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 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Mirada | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |