1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1045 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 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Mira | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 84 L |
