2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Airflite | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
