1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1998 Daihatsu Mira and 1998 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 934 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 1998 Lexus GS. 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
Model | Mira | GS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |