1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Steyr |
Model | Mirada | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 489 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1850 mm |