1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 618 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 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Mira | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
