1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mira | 88 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3110 mm |
