1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 469 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Mira | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
