1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 13 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), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Mira | R8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| 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 Length | 3400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
