1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1144 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 1974 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Mira | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |
