1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 130 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 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
