2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 293 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
