1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira

To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Caprice and 1996 Daihatsu Mira were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 695 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.

Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Caprice 1996 Daihatsu Mira
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Caprice Mira
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 659 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm


 

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