1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 968 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 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Mira | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 102 L |
