1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Mirada | Murano |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |