1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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, 1989 Volvo 460, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Mirada | 460 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| 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 | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
