2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
