2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Mirada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |