1980 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
