1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 13 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |