1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 6 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Mirada | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
