1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 179 kg more than 1983 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Mirada | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
