1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T 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 125 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Mirada | 650T |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1850 mm |
