1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Mirada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |