1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Mirada | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
