1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Mirada | Esperante |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |