1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 51 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Mirada | Camaro |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2852 mm |