1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1023 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Mirada | Navigator |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1988 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3023 mm |