1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1986 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 38 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1986 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1986 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mira | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
