1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 8 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 94 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 295 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 1988 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. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Mira | Blazer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |