1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 1169 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 1997 GMC Safari. 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Mira | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |