1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Mira | 19 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
