1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 389 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 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Mira | Guara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
