1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 1998 Daihatsu Mira and 1998 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 440 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 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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.
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1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Mira | Samurai |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |