1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. 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, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Mira | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
