2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |