1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 806 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2009 Volvo S80 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. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Mira | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |