1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Mirada | MR2 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |