2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
