2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 18 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
