1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 59 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 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade 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 1996 Daihatsu Charade
Make Daihatsu Daihatsu
Model Mira Charade
Year Released 1998 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 786 kg 845 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2400 mm


 

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