1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 567 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 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Mira | HR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |