2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |