1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 433 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 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mira | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
