2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sirion | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
