1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
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, 2003 Mazda 6, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Mirada | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
