1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Mirada | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |
