1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Daihatsu Mira and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 170 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 1996 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Mira | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |