1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 920 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 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Mira | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
