1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 815 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Mirada | Roadster |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |