1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Mangusta | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
