1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 784 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 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mira | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
