1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 101 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | Escort |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |