1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 798 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 1993 Honda Legend. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Mira | Legend |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
