2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Orion weights approximately 80 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1994 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
