1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada 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 56 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace, 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Mirada | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
