2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
