1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1918 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Mira | Discovery |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 64 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 86 L |