2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 35 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Sirion | Prairie |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |