1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1024 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 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 80 L |