1983 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Crown | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Crown | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
