1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 338 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 1989 Audi Coupe. 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Coupe | Mira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
