1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 221 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 1994 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Mira | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
