1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 7 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Mirada | 960 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |
