2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
