1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 540 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dacia |
| Model | Mira | Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
