2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 260 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
