1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 30 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 612 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.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Mirada | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3042 mm |
