1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sirion |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 37 L |