1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 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 1990 Peugeot 505. 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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Mira | 505 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
