2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
