1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 77 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Mirada | 818 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |