1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1054 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Roadmaster | Mira |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |