1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 15 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 270 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | Vantage | Mirada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |