1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 335 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 1997 Renault Espace. 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, 1997 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 1997 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Mira | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
