2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. Both 2001 Daihatsu Sirion and 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sirion | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
