1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 629 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 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lumina | Mira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
