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


 

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