1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 518 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Mira | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |