1990 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. 1990 Buick Electra 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. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Electra | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
