2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 885 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move, 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Move | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
