2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 247 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
