1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 392 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1970 Vauxhall Ventora has manual transmission. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Mira | Ventora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |