1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 16 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 643 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Mirada | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |
