2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Mirada |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |