1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 32 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Mirada | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2946 mm |