1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 30 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 273 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai ix35, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Mirada | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
