1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 855 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 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2930 mm |