1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 14 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 275 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 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mira | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
