1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | Blenheim | Mirada |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |