1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Mirada | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
