1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Daihatsu Mira (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 53 L |
