1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 813 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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 Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Supra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
