1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (98 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
