1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1989 Ford Granada
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Granada weights approximately 605 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 1989 Ford Granada 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 1989 Ford Granada. 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1989 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Granada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 116 L |
