2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1980 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 1980 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Sirion | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |