2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 30 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 246 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave, 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Enclave | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
