2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
