1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 14 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1294 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 461 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 978 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Daihatsu | SSC |
Model | Mira | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2667 mm |