1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Mirada | Bora |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |