1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Mirada | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2340 mm |
