2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 120 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |