1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 578 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 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mira | Magna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
