1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 12 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 828 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.
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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Mira | R8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
