1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
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 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Mirada | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
