1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1655 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 1972 Checker Aerobus 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 1972 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Checker | Daihatsu |
Model | Aerobus | Mira |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 750 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 |