2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Sirion | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |