1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mirada | C |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
