1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 211 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 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mira | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 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 | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
