1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 415 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 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Mirada | Sienna |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |