1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Mirada | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3090 mm |
