2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 21 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 884 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Naked | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
