1992 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 550 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 1992 Buick Regal. 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Regal | Mira |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |