1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada 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 3 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 122 kg more than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Mirada | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |
