1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 25 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 142 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Mirada | XF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 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 | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |
