1992 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 12 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 525 | Mirada |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |