2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 781 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
