2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1978 Ford Escort 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 938 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |