1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 210 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 1999 Renault Spider. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider 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 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Mira | Spider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
