1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Sierra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |