1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 16 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Mirada | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3250 mm |