1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Yaris |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |