2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
