1989 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 1989 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Voyager | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Voyager | Mira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
