2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 130 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 1991 Honda Prelude. 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
