1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 24 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 16 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.
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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Mirada | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
