1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 655 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Mira | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
