1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 10 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | Mirada |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |