2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Today |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
