1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
