1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 385 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |