1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 11 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Agila. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Mira | Agila |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 41 L |
