1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 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 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Fleetwood | Mirada |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2870 mm |