2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
