1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
