1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 4 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 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Mira | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 73 L |
