1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
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, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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 1994 Renault Laguna. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Mirada | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
