1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 459 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 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Mira | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |