1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 1 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Longchamp | Mirada |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |