1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 34 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 XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Mirada | XJR |
| 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 | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 561 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 | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |
