1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 22 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Mirada | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
