1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 262 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
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 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Nova | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
