1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 2 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 456 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 2000 Mercury Mystique. 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Mystique 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Mira | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
