2004 Buick Century vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2004 Buick Century 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 734 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 2004 Buick Century. 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Century | Mira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
