2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |