2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 889 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colorado | Mira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 32 L |
