1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 815 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Mira | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |