1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 295 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 Saab 9000. 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 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Mira | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
