1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 315 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 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Mira | Vectra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |