1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 678 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | S-10 | Mira |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |