1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1329 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mira | Toronado |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 91 L |