1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 75 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 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Aygo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |