2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
