1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
