1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 20 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 1990 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Mira | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
