1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 658 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.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Blazer | Mira |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |