2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 85 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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Sirion | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
