1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Checker | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aerobus | Mira |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2370 mm |
