1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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 1979 Ford Escort. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1979 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
