1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 733 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Mira | MK II |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |