1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |