1970 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Pontiac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Grand Prix | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
