2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
