1978 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Accord | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
