2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 441 kg more than 1982 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Colorado | Mirada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |