1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 678 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 1982 Toyota Crown 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 1982 Toyota Crown. 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, 1982 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Crown |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 60 L |