1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 850 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 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fleetwood | Mira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
