1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 16 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 291 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Mira | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
