1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 699 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Mira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
