1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Mirada | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
