1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Mirada | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3240 mm |