2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 Malibu, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 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 | 1569 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
