1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 27 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Because 1983 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mirada | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
