2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 240 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Sirion | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
