1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 4 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 694 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 2002 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Mira | NSX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
