1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 13 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | S-10 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
