2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |