2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 900 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 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
