1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 544 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mira | Taft |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
