1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Mirada | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2942 mm |
