1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 332 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Mirada | Navara |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |