1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1954 Ford Popular
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 965 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 1954 Ford Popular | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | Popular |
Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2300 mm |