1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
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 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Mira | Gol |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |