1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 321 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Mira | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |