2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Materia | Mira |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |