1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 580 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 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Mira | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
