2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1988 Dodge Colt
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 282 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1988 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
