1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1983 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
