1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. 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, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
