1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 129 kg more than 1982 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Mirada | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
