1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Mirada | Korando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
