1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 715 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Mira | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 66 L |
