2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |