1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Carina | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
