1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Mirada | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
