1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 21 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 51 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Mirada | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
