2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Samara II weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 1998 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Sirion | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
