1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 71 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Mira | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
