2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 725 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 Express (400 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 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 |
