1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Mirada | Charger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3050 mm |
