2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2870 mm |
