2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 26 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1979 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
