2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Mirada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2870 mm |