1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1070 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
Model | Mira | Town Car |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |