2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Sirion | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |