2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sirion | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
