2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 767 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
