2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sirion | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |