1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 360 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 Volkswagen W12. 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 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mira | W12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
