2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
