1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 219 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 Volvo 940. 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 Volvo 940 (157 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Mira | 940 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
