1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
