2005 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 7 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 795 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 2005 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2005 Daewoo Chairman 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. 2005 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Chairman | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Chairman | Mira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
