1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1594 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Daihatsu Mira 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Daihatsu Rolls-Royce
Model Mira Silver Spirit
Year Released 1998 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 6748 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 56 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 786 kg 2380 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3070 mm


 

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