2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
