2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
