2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sirion | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 91 L |
