1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 23 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, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream.
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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Mirada | Stream |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |