1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S 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 33 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 913 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
Model | Mirada | TX-S |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2110 mm |