1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1170 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 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
