1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 365 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 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | GT 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |