1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 100 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 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Mira | Prelude |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |