1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, both vehicles can yield 343 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mirada | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2634 mm |
