1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Mira | Z |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |