1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charmant | Mirada |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |