2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |