2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
