1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 20 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Mirada | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |
