1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 235 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 40 L |
