1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 670 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 79 L |