1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 212 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Mirada |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |