1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 19 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 51 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2001 Honda City, 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2001 Honda City | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Mirada | City |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
