1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 460 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Sirion | 460 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
