1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1599 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 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |