1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 248 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 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |