1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
