1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 524 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 1984 Pontiac 6000. 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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Mira | 6000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |