1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 105 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 1993 Ford Mustang. 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, 1993 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
