2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Sirion | 140 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
