1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1773 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mira | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 119 L |
