1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 231 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
