1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 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 98 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 910 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 1970 Renault 10 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Mirada | 10 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |