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 (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 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 168 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 (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 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. 1999 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 56 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 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 |